For Pablo Picasso Poem by Hannington Mumo

I never can plumb the depths of your art
Nor fathom the gifts of your fallen heart;
I revere the adept slither of your apt brush
And here pay homage to your pencil's dash.

Now queer man of fourteen names after saints and kin,
Let this rhyme titillate your somnolent spirit,
And your faded flair stir awake and keen and live,
To inspire your apprentices to attain your merit.

Awesome creator of the giant Chicago Picasso,
That outlandish landmark that still amazes so,
Yours countless nuggets of superior art;
Allow this humble poet your back to pat.

Almighty preserve your soul among the pure,
And may your treasured works forever endure.